Iran President's Cabinet Shows Dual Policy Track

BEIRUT—The cabinet choices made by Iran's President Hasan Rouhani signal that the new government could be pursuing a dual policy track: a shift in foreign and economic polices to ease international sanctions but far less compromise on opening up domestic politics and social freedom.

The ministers of foreign, oil, economy and industries are moderate and pragmatic technocrats, tasked with restoring Iran's image abroad. These ministers will use the polish gained through Western educations and international experience to try...